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Matala Beach - Ancient Phaistos-Faistos & Gortyn - South Crete
(27) Reviews
Iraklio
About
Panoramic tour from the Cretan Sea to the Libyan Sea - through the central and widest part of Crete, taking in part of the Psiloritis massif, where the magnificent Messara Valley stretches at the foot of the mountains. A unique combination of archaic and Christian history, traditions of local life and recreation in one tour in the Magnificent Matala Bay on one of the best beaches in Crete.
Highlights
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 6 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 6 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pick-up from your hotel (at the specific tourist bus stop, outside of the hotel. No more than 800 m)
Transfer with air-conditioned bus
Accompanying throughout the trip with a guided tour in the language of your order.
Entrance fees to museums/sights, individual expenses.
Food and drinks
to Ancient Phaistos-Faistos
to Ancient Gortyn
Ticket entrance to Matala caves (Adults 5 euro)
Meeting Points
Departure
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Return
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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If an infant does not sit on lap in the bus, It is necessary to pay a ticket.
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Pick-up from the specific bus stops next to the hotels. From Area 1: all the villages Heraklion region, Area 2: Rethymno, Agios Nikolaos region.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Matala Beach - Ancient Phaistos-Faistos & Gortyn - South Crete
(27) Reviews
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About
Panoramic tour from the Cretan Sea to the Libyan Sea - through the central and widest part of Crete, taking in part of the Psiloritis massif, where the magnificent Messara Valley stretches at the foot of the mountains. A unique combination of archaic and Christian history, traditions of local life and recreation in one tour in the Magnificent Matala Bay on one of the best beaches in Crete.
Highlights
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 6 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 6 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pick-up from your hotel (at the specific tourist bus stop, outside of the hotel. No more than 800 m)
Transfer with air-conditioned bus
Accompanying throughout the trip with a guided tour in the language of your order.
Entrance fees to museums/sights, individual expenses.
Food and drinks
to Ancient Phaistos-Faistos
to Ancient Gortyn
Ticket entrance to Matala caves (Adults 5 euro)
Meeting Points
Departure
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Return
Itinerary
1
Archaeological Site of Phaistos
Phaistos, Phaestos, Festos and Latin Phaestus, is a Bronze Age archaeological site at modern Faistos, a municipality in south central Crete. It is notable for the remains of a Minoan palace and the surrounding town.
1 hour
2
Ancient Gortys
Remains of the Archaic period (7th century BC) were located in the area of the Acropolis, while the large inscription, the Gortyn Law Code, dated to the 5th century BC, attests the prosperity of the city, which continued throughout the historical times.
1 hour
3
Matala Beach
Mátala was the ancient port of Phaistos and Gortys and a former fishing community which has developed into a modern holiday center.
